Common Name
Honey Locust
Scientific Name
G. triacanthos
Cultivar
'Sunburst'
Hardiness Zone
5a [-15 to -20]
Tolerances
Drought
Tolerant
Poor Drainage
Moderate
Alkaline Soil
Tolerant
Salt
Tolerant
Shade
Moderate
Air Pollution
Intolerant
Soil Volume
15
Planting Area
- Medium
- Large
Features of Interest
Fall Foliage
Winter Interest
Form
Pyramidal
Mature Height
35 feet
Crown Spread
30 feet
Limitations
- Prone to insect/disease
- Problems with excessive sucker growth
Additional Information
Adaptable and tolerant. Prune in the fall. Fruitless. Golden leaves on new growth changing to bright green. More susceptible to canker disease.